Group 1 - The suspension of the old-for-new subsidy policies in various regions such as Chongqing, Jiangsu, and Guangdong has raised concerns about the sustainability of consumption stimulus policies [1] - As of May 2025, the total subsidy funds consumed in the home appliance and automotive sectors have exceeded 150 billion yuan, with June's "618" shopping festival alone expected to surpass 50 billion yuan in subsidies [4] - Some provinces have nearly exhausted their subsidy quotas within six months, revealing initial underestimations of market demand and the impact of promotional events like "618" on subsidy consumption [4][8] Group 2 - The gap between the intent of subsidy policies and residents' actual purchasing power has been highlighted, with calls for increasing residents' income and improving social security to stimulate consumption [9] - Reports indicate that some merchants have engaged in price manipulation, raising prices before applying subsidies, leading to consumer dissatisfaction and complaints [11] - The automotive industry is facing challenges due to subsidy reductions, with some regions experiencing declines in new energy vehicle subsidies by 3,000 to 5,000 yuan [12] Group 3 - The decline in subsidies is forcing car manufacturers to adopt different strategies, with some offering "bottom-line subsidies" while others are increasing vehicle prices [12][13] - The dependency of the new energy vehicle sector on national subsidies is decreasing, indicating a shift from policy-driven to market-driven growth [14] - The automotive industry is expected to undergo a new round of reshuffling, with companies lacking core competitiveness facing potential elimination [18]